by jltitus on July 7, 2009
I think I’ve told everyone I know that I’m working out, trying to get healthy, and yes…. loose some unwanted pounds. I’ve been walking with a couple people from work and attending WeightWatchers. Well I was doing really good before the trip to Victoria, BC. I haven’t been doing as well since I got back. I mean I haven’t gained, but I haven’t really been loosing much either. I know the month just started but I’m committed to getting back into the grove and back into the gym because, well, the more I work at it the more the weight will be removed.
Enter the cross-training elliptical machine at my gym.
I don’t know how many of you have seen this, I hadn’t until I joined my new gym. This elliptical kicks your tail. I mean between the walking and the arm thingy you’re never without something to do. I’ve been trying to get on this thing and just “rock it” and last night I did. I actually worked out on that machine for a full 60 minutes… at one time. By the time I was done it said I’ve burned 400 calories. Just think, if I do that for 10 days that’s a pound of loss.
So far I’ve lost a little over 15 pounds and I feel great! It’s so nice to be able to fit well into clothes. I’ve gotten lots of compliments from people too that I look good. That’s so nice and something I wouldn’t have expected with just a 15 pound loss so far. I’ve still got another 15 pounds or so left to go. I’m hoping I reach my goal weight before Thanksgiving and then maintain it so I make Lifetime member at WeightWatchers.
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by jltitus on June 30, 2009
Garmin Connect – Activity Details for Training Day 1.
Today, after several days of procrastination I finally got back in the swing of things and went for a jog. I took the dogs because I have felt like a bad mom because I haven’t taken either dog for a walk for a while. For some that may not be a big deal but our back yard is small and no conducive to hosting dogs at play.
So today I took them with me. First let me say… MY DOGS are lazy. Well, Baylee is. After we’d gone about a mile she was pittering out and I had to slow down for her. Not really my idea of a workout but good bonding time with the dogs.
I’m feeling great that I took them with me and that I went almost three miles today. I’m trying to get back in the saddle with exercise. I was doing really well before I left on vacation to Victoria, BC with my mom. Since I’ve been back.. well… I’ve been a slacker to say the least.
In other news, my weight continues to come off. Ok, last week I was sick so that may have helped. In any case, I’ve lost a little over 15 pounds so far and well on my way to my next recognition at WeightWatchers. My goal is to loose another 20 or so pounds. I know, some may think I don’t need to but if you knew what my weight was you’d be fine with that. Let’s just say, I hide my weight well. I’d love to say my weight is muscle, but it’s not. So I continue on the journey hoping that I’ll reach goal before the end of the year. I would love it if I hit goal before the end of 2009 and never look back.
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by jltitus on January 4, 2007
Today was another great day! I got a lot done today around the house and errands. The best though was that I went to my training appointment and then did cardio again. I’ve been really trying to work out like crazy 4 days a week for sure. Today I ran for I don’t know how many miles and then walked fast. I was sweaty like crazy but you know, it’s funny, I used to hate to sweat and get all stinky. Now, I’m like ” I haven’t worked out if I haven’t had a good sweat.” Crazy!!
On another note, I’m not having a lot of luck finding a job right now. I’ve applied for a lot before Christmas and they seem to still be posted online but I haven’t heard from anyone about an interview or something. This being home is nuts.
In other news… today I mailed in my papers and filed for my business license. WOO HOO!!
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by jltitus on January 3, 2007
I thought I should add to my post for today because, well, I’m pretty darn proud of myself. I’m really trying to eat better, work out and just get some of this weight off. I know today is only one day but I ate great!!!! No Carb w/o a protein and I even went to the gym. I didn’t really want to go. I’m good at planning for it and then chickening out at the last minute. Well, today I went and ran on the treadmill for 3 miles. I was so proud of myself. I think I’m going to set the goal for this month to run 3 miles 3-4 times a week, in addition to working out with my trainer. Next month I’ll make a new goal. I’m sort of thinking too of devising some simple, yet effective, incentive plan for myself. Something like 1 point for each hour I work out at the gym, 1 point for eating right for the day and then x points for some reward. I just need ti figure out the reward part.
Hummmm…….. camera lens?……Wacom writer?……. books?…… special treat?….
I just don’t know… Ideas?
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by jltitus on July 20, 2004
It’s been forever since I last wrote and I’m seriously considering dropping it. It’s not as fun as I thought and often I feel like I’m either ranting of offering too much information into my life on this public post. So. I’m not sure how much longer you’ll see me on here.
I found out from the Dr. that I didn’t have anemia or a thyroid problem. He said I “need regular exercise”. What a thing to say. I’m morally opposed to exercise and having the dr. tell me it would help didn’t make me feel good. SO I did take his advice and started working out. Actually Eric and I both are working out. We’ve even got a bet riding on it. Eric’s grandfather gave us his treadmill. Thanks Jim! Eric and I have agreed to walk the treadmill for 30 minutes each day, Monday through Friday. If either of us misses a day during the week we have to watch a movie of the other person’s choosing. For me the consequence is watching an anime movie, for Eric it’s chick flicks. So far we’re a week and half into the bet and Eric owes me two movies and I owe him nothing. At this point any activity is good.
On another note and WAY off topic… have you ever had a friend that you trusted and thought they trusted you but come to find out they don’t. I don’t know how many times in my life I feel like I’ve been a great friend to others and it’s not always reciprocated. I don’t know why. I mean are there tons of people out there being nice to people “just because”? In the last week I’ve had someone in my department go to my manager about me rather than come talk to me and I’ve been snubbed by a friend thinking we were great friends. When these things happen I’m inclined to go into my cave and not want to have anything to do with the other person but I know that’s not always the right thing to do. I guess I’m just writing this because it’s on my mind. Not sure if there is a solution to this one.
My brother’s birthday was on Sunday. He’s 24 now. I can’t hardly believe it because i remember the day he was born like it was yesterday. Wish the turkey would call me… Josh… CALL ME! I’d like to know how he is and what he’s up to.
Work continues on my business. I’ve got to get my business cards made and finish registering and start with the IRS stuff. Oh the joys. Well, better get back to work.
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by jltitus on October 29, 2003
I did it. I really did it. Jennifer and I went and worked out today after work. I always feel so good after a workout I don’t understand why at times I get so resistant to the idea. I did 20 minutes on the elliptical and then 20 minutes on the treadmill. For the first time I tried running on the treadmill. At first it was pretty easy. I was going on an even incline and there was a guy on the treadmill next to me and so I kept pace with him. then…… for some reason I’ll never know the thing started to increase the incline. Suddenly… I’m toward the end of the treadmill hanging onto the oh crap bar wondering what’s going on. I thought I was totally going to fall flat on my face and be like the cartoons where the cartoon falls and their face flattens and they roll off the end of the machine. Thankfully I collected myself and stopped the thing and restarted ensuring that the thing was going to stay level the entire time. I made it for another few minutes running and then I just couldn’t do it. I don’t know how people do it. Maybe someday I’ll be that good but in my heart of hearts I think I know, I’ll never be a runner. I honestly don’t know why I think it’s important to run. maybe it’s the perceived social pressure, I don’t know. I like walking. I could walk for miles or run just to the end of the block. I think I prefer walking because you get to look at things around you, usually you can hold a conversation with someone else. All of these are benefits in my mind. Running doesn’t have benefits. I can run, get winded, get lactic acid burn, a side ache and shin splints. This.. this does NOT make running fun….so I’ll keep doing the elliptical and walking fast on the treadmill and those runners can pass me like I’m standing still…and I’m OK with that….. I think 
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